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Wednesday, April 18, 2018

OFWs Only Seek To Earn An Average Of P30K Monthly Salary?

Personal surveys conducted on all 365 households in the study area with 1,555 individuals including minors.

The typical household ’s income is P59,990, or $1,421 average. Standard deviation is at P87,625, or $2,075. All the households have access to electricity.

In 2015, the bulk of OFWs were deployed to the Middle East (63 %) and various Asian countries (28 %). The rest (9 %) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453).

 “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?”  a study conducted by PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).
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Personal surveys conducted on all 365 households in the study area with 1,555 individuals including minors. The typical household ’s income is P59,990, or $1,421 average. Standard deviation is at P87,625, or $2,075. All the households have access to electricity. In 2015, the bulk of OFWs were deployed to the Middle East (63 %) and various Asian countries (28 %). The rest (9 %) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453). “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?” a study conducted by PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Advertisement Sponsored Links The majority of Filipinos who harbor the desire of migrating are looking for an average compensation of only P30,000 or less a month, according to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS). In a study titled “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?” PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). When asked about the minimum amount of monthly pay or wage that they seek in overseas work, Tabuga said the respondents replied they expect to receive compensation from as low as P3,000 to around P280,000 or $67 to $6,000. “The key motivation for wanting to migrate is economic in nature. Seven out of the 10 aspirants cited their need to improve their living condition as the main reason for wanting to emigrate,” Tabuga said. These economic reasons are based on the underlying dissatisfaction of workers with their current incomes or salaries. The majority, or 50.2 percent, of respondents, also expressed discontent with their incomes. Further, the study found 43 percent of migration aspirants do not feel satisfied with their current living condition. Only around 30 percent of the non-aspirants expressed the same dissatisfaction. The findings also showed that the majority, or 55 percent, of the prospective migrants, expressed dissatisfaction at varying levels; only over a third or 36 percent of those who opt to stay expressed the same sentiment. Tabuga also said that when asked about whether their household’s livelihood improved in the past five years, the proportion of those who expressed dissatisfaction in both groups is comparable but slightly higher for those wanting to migrate abroad at 34.4 percent than those who do not have any plans at 30.1 percent. “Given more secure local job opportunities, a non-negligible proportion would opt to stay. More than a quarter, or 27 percent, of those with migration plans, reported that they would change their mind if only there were decent jobs around available for them,” Tabuga said. “If people do have a choice, they would rather stay and be with their families and loved ones. The family-related reason is most commonly cited factor that could make would-be migrants reconsider their migration decisions,” she added. With this, Tabuga said the government must focus on regional development to widen employment opportunities in far-flung areas in the Philippines. She added there is a need to consider policies that care for the welfare of retirees, including those that allow migrant workers to prepare for retirement. Tabuga said some 11 percent of respondents expressed the need to improve their career, while around 10 percent wanted to finance the education of their children and 8 percent wanted to join/reunite with their kin who are working/living abroad. The rest of the respondents wanted to earn more and save for the future and for retirement at 7 percent; to build or repair their own house, 5 percent; and to see the world, experience life in another country. “Many Filipino migrant workers spend so many years of their life working abroad. This finding reflects the possibility that households are not able to sustain their standard of living once they return from an overseas job, they are then encouraged to back overseas to sustain their lifestyle. They eventually retire in the place of origin but it is not clear whether they have spent enough for retirement or if that is even something that they have considered,” Tabuga said. Tabuga, likewise, urged the government to undertake a more aggressive information campaign about migration and implement programs on financial literacy not only for current overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) but also those aspiring to work abroad. She said based on the study, only 3 percent of former OFWs or returnees said they obtained their information from government entities. The rest obtained information from personal and social networks, which could be an indication that the lack or absence of government information on labor migration nationwide, despite the thousands who emigrate daily. The data collection was carried out through face-to-face interviews of all the 365 households in barangay Camachile, Orion, in the province of Bataan, a migrant-sending village in the Philippines. The main criteria for selecting the area of study are being rural, having high migration prevalence based on data from the community-based monitoring system database of the municipality and accessibility from the capital for the feasibility of field research. The personal interviews conducted on all 365 households in the study area yield a dataset of 1,555 individuals, including minors. The typical household’s per capita income is P59,990, or $1,421. The standard deviation is P87,625, or $2,075. Except for one, all the households have access to electricity. Meanwhile, among the 1.4 million land-based Filipino migrants in 2015, around one-third are new-hires; while the remaining two-thirds consist of rehires. The bulk of OFWs deployed in 2015 went to the Middle East (63 percent) and various Asian countries (28 percent). The rest (9 percent) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453). READ MORE: Recruiters With Delisted, Banned, Suspended, Revoked And Cancelled POEA Licenses 2018 List of Philippine Embassies And Consulates Around The World Classic Room Mates You Probably Living With Do Not Be Fooled By Your Recruitment Agencies, Know Your Correct Fees Remittance Fees To Be Imposed On Kuwait Expats Expected To Bring $230 Million Income TESDA Provides Training For Returning OFWs Cash Aid To Be Given To Displaced OFWs From Kuwait—OWWA Former OFW In Dubai Now Earning P25K A Week From Her Business Top Search Engines In The Philippines For Finding Jobs Abroad 5 Signs A Person Is Going To Be Poor And 5 Signs You Are Going To Be Rich

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The majority of Filipinos who are wishing of working overseas are looking for an average salary of only P30,000 or less a month, according to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS).

When asked about the minimum amount of monthly pay or wage that they seek in overseas work, Tabuga said the respondents replied they expect to receive compensation from as low as P3,000 to around P280,000 or $67 to $6,000.

These economic reasons are based on the underlying dissatisfaction of workers with their current incomes or salaries. The majority, or 50.2 percent, of respondents, also expressed discontent with their incomes.

The study also found out that 43% of migration aspirants are not satisfied with their present living condition. Only around 30%of the non-aspirants expressed the same dissatisfaction.

With this, Tabuga said the government must focus on regional development to increase employment opportunities in remote areas in the Philippines.

She added there is a need to consider policies that care for the welfare of retirees, including those that allow migrant workers to prepare for retirement.

Tabuga said some 11% of respondents expressed the need to improve their career, while around 10% wanted to finance the education of their children and 8% wanted to join with their kin who are working/living abroad.

The rest of the respondents wanted to earn more and save for the future and for retirement at 7 percent; to build or repair their own house, 5 percent; and to see the world, experience life in another country.

Tabuga, likewise, urged the government to undertake a more aggressive information campaign about migration and implement programs on financial literacy not only for current overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) but also those aspiring to work abroad.

She said based on the study, only 3 percent of former OFWs or returnees said they obtained their information from government entities. The rest obtained information from personal and social networks, which could be an indication that the lack or absence of government information on labor migration nationwide, despite the thousands who emigrate daily.

The data collection was carried out through face-to-face interviews of all the 365 households in barangay Camachile, Orion, in the province of Bataan, a migrant-sending village in the Philippines.

The main criteria for selecting the area of study are being rural, having high migration prevalence based on data from the community-based monitoring system database of the municipality and accessibility from the capital for the feasibility of field research.

Personal surveys conducted on all 365 households in the study area with 1,555 individuals including minors. The typical household ’s income is P59,990, or $1,421 average. Standard deviation is at P87,625, or $2,075. All the households have access to electricity. In 2015, the bulk of OFWs were deployed to the Middle East (63 %) and various Asian countries (28 %). The rest (9 %) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453). “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?” a study conducted by PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Advertisement Personal surveys conducted on all 365 households in the study area with 1,555 individuals including minors. The typical household ’s income is P59,990, or $1,421 average. Standard deviation is at P87,625, or $2,075. All the households have access to electricity. In 2015, the bulk of OFWs were deployed to the Middle East (63 %) and various Asian countries (28 %). The rest (9 %) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453). “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?” a study conducted by PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Advertisement Sponsored Links The majority of Filipinos who harbor the desire of migrating are looking for an average compensation of only P30,000 or less a month, according to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS). In a study titled “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?” PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). When asked about the minimum amount of monthly pay or wage that they seek in overseas work, Tabuga said the respondents replied they expect to receive compensation from as low as P3,000 to around P280,000 or $67 to $6,000. “The key motivation for wanting to migrate is economic in nature. Seven out of the 10 aspirants cited their need to improve their living condition as the main reason for wanting to emigrate,” Tabuga said. These economic reasons are based on the underlying dissatisfaction of workers with their current incomes or salaries. The majority, or 50.2 percent, of respondents, also expressed discontent with their incomes. Further, the study found 43 percent of migration aspirants do not feel satisfied with their current living condition. Only around 30 percent of the non-aspirants expressed the same dissatisfaction. The findings also showed that the majority, or 55 percent, of the prospective migrants, expressed dissatisfaction at varying levels; only over a third or 36 percent of those who opt to stay expressed the same sentiment. Tabuga also said that when asked about whether their household’s livelihood improved in the past five years, the proportion of those who expressed dissatisfaction in both groups is comparable but slightly higher for those wanting to migrate abroad at 34.4 percent than those who do not have any plans at 30.1 percent. “Given more secure local job opportunities, a non-negligible proportion would opt to stay. More than a quarter, or 27 percent, of those with migration plans, reported that they would change their mind if only there were decent jobs around available for them,” Tabuga said. “If people do have a choice, they would rather stay and be with their families and loved ones. The family-related reason is most commonly cited factor that could make would-be migrants reconsider their migration decisions,” she added. With this, Tabuga said the government must focus on regional development to widen employment opportunities in far-flung areas in the Philippines. She added there is a need to consider policies that care for the welfare of retirees, including those that allow migrant workers to prepare for retirement. Tabuga said some 11 percent of respondents expressed the need to improve their career, while around 10 percent wanted to finance the education of their children and 8 percent wanted to join/reunite with their kin who are working/living abroad. The rest of the respondents wanted to earn more and save for the future and for retirement at 7 percent; to build or repair their own house, 5 percent; and to see the world, experience life in another country. “Many Filipino migrant workers spend so many years of their life working abroad. This finding reflects the possibility that households are not able to sustain their standard of living once they return from an overseas job, they are then encouraged to back overseas to sustain their lifestyle. They eventually retire in the place of origin but it is not clear whether they have spent enough for retirement or if that is even something that they have considered,” Tabuga said. Tabuga, likewise, urged the government to undertake a more aggressive information campaign about migration and implement programs on financial literacy not only for current overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) but also those aspiring to work abroad. She said based on the study, only 3 percent of former OFWs or returnees said they obtained their information from government entities. The rest obtained information from personal and social networks, which could be an indication that the lack or absence of government information on labor migration nationwide, despite the thousands who emigrate daily. The data collection was carried out through face-to-face interviews of all the 365 households in barangay Camachile, Orion, in the province of Bataan, a migrant-sending village in the Philippines. The main criteria for selecting the area of study are being rural, having high migration prevalence based on data from the community-based monitoring system database of the municipality and accessibility from the capital for the feasibility of field research. The personal interviews conducted on all 365 households in the study area yield a dataset of 1,555 individuals, including minors. The typical household’s per capita income is P59,990, or $1,421. The standard deviation is P87,625, or $2,075. Except for one, all the households have access to electricity. Meanwhile, among the 1.4 million land-based Filipino migrants in 2015, around one-third are new-hires; while the remaining two-thirds consist of rehires. The bulk of OFWs deployed in 2015 went to the Middle East (63 percent) and various Asian countries (28 percent). The rest (9 percent) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453). READ MORE: Recruiters With Delisted, Banned, Suspended, Revoked And Cancelled POEA Licenses 2018 List of Philippine Embassies And Consulates Around The World Classic Room Mates You Probably Living With Do Not Be Fooled By Your Recruitment Agencies, Know Your Correct Fees Remittance Fees To Be Imposed On Kuwait Expats Expected To Bring $230 Million Income TESDA Provides Training For Returning OFWs Cash Aid To Be Given To Displaced OFWs From Kuwait—OWWA Former OFW In Dubai Now Earning P25K A Week From Her Business Top Search Engines In The Philippines For Finding Jobs Abroad 5 Signs A Person Is Going To Be Poor And 5 Signs You Are Going To Be Rich Sponsored Links The majority of Filipinos who harbor the desire of migrating are looking for an average compensation of only P30,000 or less a month, according to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS). In a study titled “A Probe into the Filipino Migration Culture: What Is There to Learn for Policy Intervention?” PIDS Supervising Research Specialist Aubrey D. Tabuga said about 40 percent of study respondents even said they are willing to receive even less than P20,000 to work as overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). When asked about the minimum amount of monthly pay or wage that they seek in overseas work, Tabuga said the respondents replied they expect to receive compensation from as low as P3,000 to around P280,000 or $67 to $6,000. “The key motivation for wanting to migrate is economic in nature. Seven out of the 10 aspirants cited their need to improve their living condition as the main reason for wanting to emigrate,” Tabuga said. These economic reasons are based on the underlying dissatisfaction of workers with their current incomes or salaries. The majority, or 50.2 percent, of respondents, also expressed discontent with their incomes. Further, the study found 43 percent of migration aspirants do not feel satisfied with their current living condition. Only around 30 percent of the non-aspirants expressed the same dissatisfaction. The findings also showed that the majority, or 55 percent, of the prospective migrants, expressed dissatisfaction at varying levels; only over a third or 36 percent of those who opt to stay expressed the same sentiment. Tabuga also said that when asked about whether their household’s livelihood improved in the past five years, the proportion of those who expressed dissatisfaction in both groups is comparable but slightly higher for those wanting to migrate abroad at 34.4 percent than those who do not have any plans at 30.1 percent. “Given more secure local job opportunities, a non-negligible proportion would opt to stay. More than a quarter, or 27 percent, of those with migration plans, reported that they would change their mind if only there were decent jobs around available for them,” Tabuga said. “If people do have a choice, they would rather stay and be with their families and loved ones. The family-related reason is most commonly cited factor that could make would-be migrants reconsider their migration decisions,” she added. With this, Tabuga said the government must focus on regional development to widen employment opportunities in far-flung areas in the Philippines. She added there is a need to consider policies that care for the welfare of retirees, including those that allow migrant workers to prepare for retirement. Tabuga said some 11 percent of respondents expressed the need to improve their career, while around 10 percent wanted to finance the education of their children and 8 percent wanted to join/reunite with their kin who are working/living abroad. The rest of the respondents wanted to earn more and save for the future and for retirement at 7 percent; to build or repair their own house, 5 percent; and to see the world, experience life in another country. “Many Filipino migrant workers spend so many years of their life working abroad. This finding reflects the possibility that households are not able to sustain their standard of living once they return from an overseas job, they are then encouraged to back overseas to sustain their lifestyle. They eventually retire in the place of origin but it is not clear whether they have spent enough for retirement or if that is even something that they have considered,” Tabuga said. Tabuga, likewise, urged the government to undertake a more aggressive information campaign about migration and implement programs on financial literacy not only for current overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) but also those aspiring to work abroad. She said based on the study, only 3 percent of former OFWs or returnees said they obtained their information from government entities. The rest obtained information from personal and social networks, which could be an indication that the lack or absence of government information on labor migration nationwide, despite the thousands who emigrate daily. The data collection was carried out through face-to-face interviews of all the 365 households in barangay Camachile, Orion, in the province of Bataan, a migrant-sending village in the Philippines. The main criteria for selecting the area of study are being rural, having high migration prevalence based on data from the community-based monitoring system database of the municipality and accessibility from the capital for the feasibility of field research. The personal interviews conducted on all 365 households in the study area yield a dataset of 1,555 individuals, including minors. The typical household’s per capita income is P59,990, or $1,421. The standard deviation is P87,625, or $2,075. Except for one, all the households have access to electricity. Meanwhile, among the 1.4 million land-based Filipino migrants in 2015, around one-third are new-hires; while the remaining two-thirds consist of rehires. The bulk of OFWs deployed in 2015 went to the Middle East (63 percent) and various Asian countries (28 percent). The rest (9 percent) went to Europe, the Americas, Africa and others. The top 3 country destinations of Filipino workers are Saudi Arabia (406,089), the United Arab Emirates (227,076) and Singapore (141,453). READ MORE: Recruiters With Delisted, Banned, Suspended, Revoked And Cancelled POEA Licenses 2018 List of Philippine Embassies And Consulates Around The World Classic Room Mates You Probably Living With Do Not Be Fooled By Your Recruitment Agencies, Know Your Correct Fees Remittance Fees To Be Imposed On Kuwait Expats Expected To Bring $230 Million Income TESDA Provides Training For Returning OFWs Cash Aid To Be Given To Displaced OFWs From Kuwait—OWWA Former OFW In Dubai Now Earning P25K A Week From Her Business Top Search Engines In The Philippines For Finding Jobs Abroad 5 Signs A Person Is Going To Be Poor And 5 Signs You Are Going To Be Rich


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Monday, March 12, 2018

SG Residents Complain About Foreign Workers' Indecent Acts At A Public Underpass

Ang Mo Kio is the busiest station in Singapore where a huge number of crowd pass by. Recently, some residents complained about expatriates and domestic workers allegedly doing public display of affection at the busy Ang Mo Kio underpass, serving as bad  influence among children.
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Ang Mo Kio is the busiest station in Singapore where a huge number of crowd pass by. Recently, some residents complained about expatriates and domestic workers allegedly doing public display of affection at the busy Ang Mo Kio underpass, serving as bad influence among children. Advertisement Sponsored Links Some members of the public have complained about overtly public displays of affection between some domestic helpers and migrant workers at the Ang Mo Kio MRT underpass. According to a 45-year-old executive, Ms Liu, the underpass has turned into a “hot spot” for gatherings between foreign workers who congregate there for picnics and such every Saturday and Sunday, between 10am and 7pm. Reporters from the Chinese daily who visited the location on Sunday, 4 Mar, wrote that they spotted at least four pairs of foreign workers kissing and hugging under the underpass during the evening. One Ang Mo Kio resident, 36-year-old housewife Anita, said that the foreign workers began gathering in the area from over one year ago and that they can be noisy, at times: “They will have lunch at the park nearby. Sometimes they can get noisy until I can hear it from my home.” Other residents reportedly expressed concerns that the public kissing and hugging will be a bad influence on children. Domestic helpers interviewed by the Chinese daily had a different take on the issue. An unnamed domestic helper said that the workers are simply eating and chatting and that they do not interfere with residents going about their day. Read More: Former Executive Secretary Worked As a Domestic Worker In Hong Kong Due To Inadequate Salary In PH Beware Of Fake Online Registration System Which Collects $10 From OFWs— POEA Is It True, Duterte Might Expand Overseas Workers Deployment Ban To Countries With Many Cases of Abuse? Do You Agree With The Proposed Filipino Deployment Ban To Abusive Host Countries? ©2018 THOUGHTSKOTO www.jbsolis.com

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Some members of the public have complained about overtly public displays of affection between some domestic helpers and migrant workers at the Ang Mo Kio MRT underpass.  
According to Miss Liu, a 45-year-old executive,  the underpass has turned into a “hot spot” for gatherings between foreign workers who gather there for picnics and such every Saturday and Sunday, between 10am and 7pm.
 Reporters from a local news who visited the location wrote that they spotted at least four pairs of foreign workers kissing and hugging under the underpass during the evening.
Anita,36, another Ang Mo Kio resident, said that the foreign workers began gathering in the area from over a year ago and that they can be noisy, at times: “They will have lunch at the park nearby. Sometimes they can get noisy until I can hear it from my home.” 

 Other residents expressed concerns that the public display of affection such as kissing and hugging will be a bad example for children. 
However, domestic helpers interviewed by the said news outfit had a different take on the issue. A domestic helper whom the name was not disclosed said that the workers are simply eating and chatting and that they do not interfere with residents.
Ang Mo Kio is the busiest station in Singapore where a huge number of crowd pass by. Recently, some residents complained about expatriates and domestic workers allegedly doing public display of affection at the busy Ang Mo Kio underpass, serving as bad influence among children. Advertisement Sponsored Links Some members of the public have complained about overtly public displays of affection between some domestic helpers and migrant workers at the Ang Mo Kio MRT underpass. According to a 45-year-old executive, Ms Liu, the underpass has turned into a “hot spot” for gatherings between foreign workers who congregate there for picnics and such every Saturday and Sunday, between 10am and 7pm. Reporters from the Chinese daily who visited the location on Sunday, 4 Mar, wrote that they spotted at least four pairs of foreign workers kissing and hugging under the underpass during the evening. One Ang Mo Kio resident, 36-year-old housewife Anita, said that the foreign workers began gathering in the area from over one year ago and that they can be noisy, at times: “They will have lunch at the park nearby. Sometimes they can get noisy until I can hear it from my home.” Other residents reportedly expressed concerns that the public kissing and hugging will be a bad influence on children. Domestic helpers interviewed by the Chinese daily had a different take on the issue. An unnamed domestic helper said that the workers are simply eating and chatting and that they do not interfere with residents going about their day. Read More: Former Executive Secretary Worked As a Domestic Worker In Hong Kong Due To Inadequate Salary In PH Beware Of Fake Online Registration System Which Collects $10 From OFWs— POEA Is It True, Duterte Might Expand Overseas Workers Deployment Ban To Countries With Many Cases of Abuse? Do You Agree With The Proposed Filipino Deployment Ban To Abusive Host Countries? ©2018 THOUGHTSKOTO www.jbsolis.com


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Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Pact For The Welfare Of OFWs Signed on the Last Day Of ASEAN Summit


An agreement between ASEAN countries which took 10 years to finalize has been signed by the leaders at the closing day of the ASEAN Summit hosted by the Philippines.. As expected, at least 212,000 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) will benefit from a landmark pact signed by the 10 heads of state. Under the Asean Consensus on the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Migrant Workers, Asean governments vowed to guarantee fair treatment and protection against abuse of migrant workers from neighboring countries. The agreement, which took 10 years to negotiate, was signed by leaders of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines, which chairs the bloc this year. Sponsored Links The Asean consensus “establishes a framework for cooperation” in the region to safeguard the welfare of migrant workers, said the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). It seeks, among other things, to: • Uphold the fair treatment of migrant workers regardless of gender and nationality • Provide for visitation rights by family members • Prohibit the confiscation of passports and overcharging of placement or recruitment fees • Protect against violence and sexual harassment in the workplace • Regulate labor recruiters • Respect the right of workers to fair and appropriate remuneration and benefits and their right to join trade unions and associations Advertisement Read More: ©2017 THOUGHTSKOTO
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An agreement between ASEAN countries which took 10 years to finalize has been signed by the leaders at the closing day of the ASEAN Summit hosted by the Philippines..
As expected, at least 212,000 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) will benefit from a landmark pact signed by the 10 heads of state.

Under the Asean Consensus on the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Migrant Workers, Asean governments vowed to guarantee fair treatment and protection against abuse of migrant workers from neighboring countries.

The agreement was signed by leaders of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines.

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The Asean consensus “establishes a framework for cooperation” in the region to safeguard the welfare of migrant workers, said the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
An agreement between ASEAN countries which took 10 years to finalize has been signed by the leaders at the closing day of the ASEAN Summit hosted by the Philippines.. As expected, at least 212,000 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) will benefit from a landmark pact signed by the 10 heads of state. Under the Asean Consensus on the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Migrant Workers, Asean governments vowed to guarantee fair treatment and protection against abuse of migrant workers from neighboring countries. The agreement, which took 10 years to negotiate, was signed by leaders of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines, which chairs the bloc this year. Sponsored Links The Asean consensus “establishes a framework for cooperation” in the region to safeguard the welfare of migrant workers, said the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). It seeks, among other things, to: • Uphold the fair treatment of migrant workers regardless of gender and nationality • Provide for visitation rights by family members • Prohibit the confiscation of passports and overcharging of placement or recruitment fees • Protect against violence and sexual harassment in the workplace • Regulate labor recruiters • Respect the right of workers to fair and appropriate remuneration and benefits and their right to join trade unions and associations Advertisement Read More: ©2017 THOUGHTSKOTO
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Monday, June 12, 2017

Top 10 Countries Where Filipinos Migrate Permanently


There are some many reasons why Filipino migrate to other countries permanently or temporarily. But most of these reasons include economic problems in the Philippines. There are many Filipino workers migrate permanently because of the better opportunity in other countries compare here in the Philippines. and numerous Filipinas that marry a foreigner and start families in countries where their husband are based.



There are some many reasons why Filipino migrate to other countries permanently or temporarily. But most of these reasons include economic problems in the Philippines. There are many Filipino workers migrate permanently because of the better opportunity in other countries compare here in the Philippines. and numerous Filipinas that marry a foreigner and start families in countries where their husband are based.

At the end of 2013, there were 4.9 million Filipinos living around the globe as permanent resident outside the Philippines.

The Following are top 10 countries where migrated Filipinos and their families have established their new homelands.


1. United States: 3,135,293 permanent Filipino residents (64.4% of global total)


Here are some good reasons why Filipino migrate to the US;

  • The US is a global leader in medical innovation in terms of health aspect. 
  • In education, 13 or 15 American colleges and universities are ranked among the top 20 in the world
  • US economy is good and the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 5.50 percent as of March 2015.
Read More: 30 Common Questions for US Visa Applicants and UK Visit Visa Restrictions


2. Canada: 626,668 (12.9%)

Posible reasons why Filipino migrate to Canada;
  • Canada immigration is considered one of the best in the world as it is loaded with better opportunities for employment as well as personal growth. It is indeed a country for those in search of a better quality of life and money.
  • Canadian are considered to be the politest and happy people in the world.
  • The country has no restriction to place a job service as it permits the residents to live and work anywhere in Canada. This country gives the right to religion, culture, language choice and the freedom of communication.

Read Also: 5 Proven Ways to Immigrate to Canada


3. Australia: 334,096 (6.9%)

Common reason why Filipino loves to migrate in Australia;
  • Australia is a good place to find a new job through a strong economy and low unemployment rate that is around 5%.
  • Australia has one of the most efficient healthcare systems in the world. Medicare provides basic health cover for all Australians and there is a private healthcare system as well. 
  • Australia has one of the lowest air pollution levels in the world and has a large variety of beautiful natural ecosystems. We have golden sandy beaches with clean water, tropical rainforests, arid deserts and snowy mountains. There are over 500 national parks in Australia and 14 world heritage areas.

4. Japan: 163,532 (3.4%)

Reason why Filipino want to live in Japan;
  • High income - the average salary men & teacher are able to earn up to 250,000 Japanese Yen per month and if you are working in the IT ( Information & Technology ) sector you might be able to earn twice or triple the amount mention just now.
  • Japan have a good national insurance scheme which is governed by the government that considers everyone including foreigner (must be employed) benefit from an insurance coverage. 
  • Japan have the lowest crime rate per capital so it’s pretty safe to compare to the Philippines.

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5. United Kingdom: 161,710 (3.3%)

Great reasons why Filipino move to the UK;
  • Once you become a legal resident of the UK, you’ll have access to the National Health Service and free health care, a program not many other countries can claim. Britain is also a world leader when it comes to medicine and research, and boasts some of the best hospitals you can find.
  • The concept of higher education practically originated in the UK, and they still have some of the best schools in the world such as Cambridge and Oxford.
  • The people of the UK are known for their kindness, welcoming nature, and sense of humor.






6. Italy: 89,742 (1.8%)

Common reason why Filipino love to migrate in Italy
  • Italian are considered to be healthiest people on earth.
  • With four of the world's ten oldest universities and many of them rated amongst the best in Europe.
  • Education is pretty much free from Grade 1 to the end of high school and university fees are a tiny fraction of what they are in the UK or USA.



7. Singapore: 44,102 (0.9%)

Common reason why Filipino migrate in Singapore;
  • There's plenty of jobs. It's easy to find a new job if you intend to so. Hence abuses and unfair practices by employers are minimized.
  • Very few other cities can boast the safety that Singapore offers. Add to that the variety of attractive and sunrise industries in Singapore and it's really hard to beat. Safety also assuages parents' worries about relocating their family and children there.
  • Welcoming of people who have the economic skills or labor to contribute to the country. Perfect for both people who are just looking for normal stable jobs.




8. Germany: 36,020 (0.7%)

Common reason why Filipino migrate in Germany;
  • Germany upholds workers right. They work fewer weekly hours compare to US and UK employees. Employment protection also ranks higher. And if you are laid off, it’s not all bad news: workers in Germany are entitled to redundancy pay of a month’s wages for every year they’ve worked at the company.
  • You can be the apprentice - Germany has one of the lowest youth unemployment rates in Europe. 
  • Sunday really is the Sabbath - Whether you like it or not, Sundays in Germany are a time to rest – or carry on drinking. It’s up to you. But you can't do shopping because stores are closed anywhere.





9. Spain: 32,226 (0.7%)

Common reason why Filipino migrate in Spain;
  • Spain has been recommended by the World Health Organisation where healthcare is concerned. The treatment in Spain is quick and of the highest quality. A number of hospitals have been recognized as better than those in the UK.
  • Spain has a relatively low crime rate and a very low cost of living compared to many other countries around the world. There are loads of things to see and do in a secure, established and safe environment.
  • It is more than possible for you to own your own property in this fabulous place. It will cost you about 30-40% less to run the property compared to the prices in the UK.



10. New Zealand: 29,008 (0.6%)

Common reason why Filipino migrate in New Zealand
  • Considered to be the very top best countries in the world to live in.
  • All new Zealanders are migrants or descendent of migrants, so newcomers are always welcome. 
  • Despite New Zealand’s ever-growing economy and motivated workforce, the country is still in need of skilled workers in various fields. The door is therefore open for workers from overseas to bring their skills to New Zealand and enjoy its unrivaled quality of life.




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Monday, April 10, 2017

Minimum Wage for Filipino DH in Singapore, to increase in May 1


Filipino Domestic Helpers (FDH) in Singapore has an another reason to celebrate this coming May 1. Aside from the Labor Day, FDH in the said country will get their salary increase. As of the moment, the minimum salary for domestic workers from the Philippines in Singapore is S$550 (P19,400) and it will be raised to S$570 (P20,100). According to Philippine Labour Attache Ramon Pastrana, the increase is due to the “fluctuation of exchange rates of the USD” in relation to the Singapore dollar.


Filipino Domestic Helpers (FDH) in Singapore has an another reason to celebrate this coming May 1.

Aside from the Labor Day, FDH in the said country will get their salary increase. As of the moment, the minimum salary for domestic workers from the Philippines in Singapore is S$550 (P19,400) and it will be raised to S$570 (P20,100).

According to Philippine Labour Attache Ramon Pastrana, the increase is due to the “fluctuation of exchange rates of the USD” in relation to the Singapore dollar.

(Filipino Domestic Helpers in Singapore) Credit to mothership.sg

The last revision for the minimum salary took place in 2012, where it went up from S$500 to S$550.

There are about 70,000 Filipino Domestic Helper in Singapore.

According to said Raymond Maids Employment Agency manager Matthew Lee, they are in favor of the increased salary to attract more high-quality domestic workers amid competition for such maids in Hong Kong and the Middle East.
“To stay competitive, we need to increase the salary, otherwise we will not have enough supply,”

“Currently, maids in Hong Kong have a higher salary, about S$770 equivalent,” he added. “With this increase in salary, we are able to attract more volume and better caliber maids into Singapore.”


Besides that pay increase, the Philippine Labour Attache said they are planning to take a tougher action on employment agencies who collect “placement fees” by deducting a portion of a maid’s salary.

Placement fees are service fees paid to the agency for its work in facilitating employment for the domestic worker. This includes paperwork and negotiations with prospective employers, among others.

Under the Philippine law, agencies are not allowed to charge any placement fees to domestic workers. However, in Singapore, the Ministry of Manpower allows agencies to deduct up to a maximum two months' worth of a domestic worker’s salary for placement fees. Agencies may choose not to deduct any amount as well.



But according to Pastrana, they received reports that there are employment agencies in Singapore who continuously charge Filipino domestic workers placement fees through salary deductions of one to eight months

"Due to this alleged blatant disregard of Philippine laws and regulations and despite the many briefings conducted by POLO-SG to address the situation, POLO-SG hereby announces the following policies to take effect immediately,” the notice said.

All accredited agencies will also be required to submit updated name and contact details and salaries of domestic workers, as well as the name and contact details of their respective employers.

Immediate suspension of documentary processing is the penalty for that agency who collect placement fees through salary deduction.
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Nursing and caregiving jobs in Japan will be available for Filipinos very soon as a result of an agreement the Philippines has entered into Japanese government.GMA news reported that there are up to 35,000 vacancies for nurses and caregivers where Filipinos can apply.




AROUND 1 MILLION CAREGIVERS NEEDED IN JAPAN THIS 2017


The Japan International Corporation of Welfare Services (JICWELS) initially needs qualified male or female applicants for 150 Nurses and 600 Careworkers

Read more: http://www.jbsolis.com/2017/02/1-million-caregivers-needed-in-japan.html#ixzz4dLsfWf9Q


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